3aeh is a 2 chain structure with sequence from Escherichia coli. Full crystallographic information is available from OCA. For a guided tour on the structure components use FirstGlance.
[HBP_ECOLX] Interacts with hemoglobin, degrades it and subsequently binds the released heme. Could make heme accessible not only for E.coli, but also for B.fragilis during mixed intra-abdominal infections. Has a role in abscess formation.[1][2]
Evolutionary Conservation
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References
↑Otto BR, van Dooren SJ, Nuijens JH, Luirink J, Oudega B. Characterization of a hemoglobin protease secreted by the pathogenic Escherichia coli strain EB1. J Exp Med. 1998 Sep 21;188(6):1091-1103. PMID:9743528
↑Otto BR, van Dooren SJ, Dozois CM, Luirink J, Oudega B. Escherichia coli hemoglobin protease autotransporter contributes to synergistic abscess formation and heme-dependent growth of Bacteroides fragilis. Infect Immun. 2002 Jan;70(1):5-10. PMID:11748157
